Simplified Design of Wood Structures provides architects with a basic understanding of how structures respond to the action of forces and how these forces affect the performance of various building material (wood, steel, concrete, etc.).

The 6th Edition of this highly regarded reference has now been updated to include current design practices, standards, and consideration of new wood products. The updates include coverage of the LRFD method of structural design, in addition to the ASD method and the expanded treatment of wood products besides sawn lumber. The book also provides more examples and exercise problems. 416 pp.

Table of Contents:

• 1. Structural Uses of Wood.
• 2. Design Issues and Methods.
• 3. Structural Investigation.
• 4. Design Data and Criteria.
• 5. Beam Functions.
• 6. Behavior of Beams.
• 7. Design of Beams.
• 8. Wood Decks.
• 9. Wood Columns.
• 10. Connections for Wood Structures.
• 11. Trusses.
• 12. Miscellaneous Wood Products and Elements.
• 13. Wood Structures for Lateral Bracing.
• 14. General Considerations for Building Structures.
• 15. Building Design Examples.